Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Rijksmuseum is 6 mi to the north-east, Anne Frank House is 7 mi to the north-east, Hoge Veluwe National Park is 48 mi to the east and Bruges is 101 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683)
Quick facts about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 52°18′37.8″N 4°46′5.9″E (52.3105, 4.7683) |
| IATA code | AMS |
| Local time | 5:01 PM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 80°F (27°C) in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport with overcast. It feels like 74°F. Today runs from 56°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 226 mi away. Nearby highlights include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park and Rhine River.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 80°F is 7.4°F above the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 34° | 3,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 47° | 38° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 40° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 44° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 66° | 51° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 70° | 57° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 72° | 60° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 59° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 68° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 51° | 5,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 50° | 42° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 47° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is an airport in Amsterdam. Its coordinates are 52.3105, 4.7683. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport right now?
It is currently 80°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 30% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in?
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport observes Europe/Amsterdam (UTC+02:00). The local time is 5:01 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 226 mi away, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 227 mi away and London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 230 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Amsterdam Schiphol Airport?
Popular options include Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Rhine River, Tower of London and British Museum.
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| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 5:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
